Definition

Software is defined by as “a plan specification composed of a series of instructions that can be interpreted by or directly executed by a processing unit.” We define Software for Neuroimaging Data Analysis as software whose primary goal is to support the extraction of information, and ultimately knowledge, from data acquired by an imaging device used on the brain (of human or animal subjects).

Detailed Description

Introduction

Tell us what you think about neuroimaging software, and we will tell you who you are. To some, using software to analyze data is little more than a technical step that stands between data acquisition and publishing. Doctoral students, postdocs, or technical assistants only need to operate the appropriate software, i.e., the script to run or the right sequence of buttons to press. To others, choosing, adapting, running, or developing the right software code is critical and requires investing significant time and resources.